Star Trek Podcast: Trekcast

It’s a huge weekend for sci-fi and pop culture fans as New York Comic Con kicks off! And of course, there are some exciting surprises in store for Star Trek fans. Ever wanted an action figure to explain alien sex positions? Well, get ready! A new Gene Roddenberry action figure is on the way, and it’s every bit as wild as it sounds! Plus, we’ve got an update on Star Trek: United—but it’s probably n...

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 has officially wrapped! We’re breaking down the latest episode, looking back at the season as a whole, and—most importantly—checking our predictions from the beginning of the season. How did we do? Meanwhile, the proposed Paramount and Warner Bros. deal appears to be moving full steam ahead… but there’s been a last-minute speed bump. We’ll explain what’s happ...

Season 4 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is officially dividing the fanbase. As mixed reviews roll in, the series showrunner is speaking out to clarify the creative vision behind the season. Join us on  Trekcast as we analyze his perspective, explore the crew's wild shift from classic sci-fi to fantasy adventures, and discuss what lies ahead for Star Trek: Year One . Also, is Paramount ready to l...

Talk about mood swings! We’re back to review two wildly different episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds — “Like Chronitons Through the Hourglass” and “Orders of Magnitude.” But did these two very different episodes hit the mark? Plus, there’s a new Star Trek documentary series to tell you about, and some dedicated Trekkies have officially broken a world record! All that and more on Trekcast, y...

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds goes full 24! The latest episode unfolds in real time, putting Captain Pike and the Enterprise crew in a race against the clock. Meanwhile, Paramount’s possible merger with Warner Bros. is facing even more turbulence. We’ll break down what’s happening and explore what the future could look like for Star Trek. Plus, some Star Trek actors land a major Hollywood deal, an...

The puppets have arrived! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds goes full felt as the crew celebrates the 60th anniversary of Star Trek. Is this the strangest—and funniest—episode yet? We’ll give you our take. Meanwhile, Starfleet Academy is heading to New York Comic Con, and we’ve got the details on what Trekkies can expect. Plus, get ready to tour a Starfleet shuttlecraft. And, RED ALERT! We almost had...

Of all the planets in all the galaxy, she has to crash onto mine! This week, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds takes us on a film noir-inspired adventure—but things aren’t nearly as black-and-white as they seem. We’ll break down the episode and give you our two cents! Also, this is your LAST CHANCE to get your hands on authentic Star Trek props! We’ve got all the details on the latest auction. Get rea...

Dude, where’s my shuttlecraft?  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is back with a wild and wacky adventure on a pleasure planet! But does this comedy episode of Strange New Worlds actually hit our funny bones, or does it miss the mark? We’re breaking it all down on Trekcast! Plus, Trekkies have some exciting Star Trek documentaries to look forward to. We’ll tell you what’s coming and why you should be...

Paging Dr. Crusher! This week on Trekcast, we're breaking down the latest Star Trek: Strange New Worlds episode, "The Griffin Incident," as the Enterprise investigates a mysterious ghost ship with deadly secrets. Plus, we're revealing the surprising A-list actors who almost joined the Star Trek universe but never made it to the final frontier. And there's exciting news for Star Trek: United as Sco...

Saddle up, Trekkies!  Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is back, and Captain Pike and the crew are ready for a dino-riffic adventure! Plus, Paramount is putting Star Trek front and center at San Diego Comic-Con, and we have all the latest details. Get ready for the latest Star Trek news, Strange New Worlds updates, and more on Trekcast! News: Star Trek at SDCC https://ageofthenerd.com/2026/07/star-tre...

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 is almost here, and you know what that means—it's prediction time! We'll break down what we think is most likely to happen in the new season, which fan theories have a chance of coming true, and what probably won't make the cut. Also, there's a major new twist in the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger saga that could have big implications for the future of Sta...

Let's try this again! Thirty years ago, Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum saved Earth from an alien invasion. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the blockbuster classic, we're reviewing Independence Day to see if this sci-fi favorite still stands the test of time. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 is almost here, and a fan-favorite character is making a surprise return. We'll tell you who it is...

"He was, and always shall be, our friend." This week on Trekcast, we're reviewing For the Love of Spock, the heartfelt documentary celebrating the life, legacy, and cultural impact of Spock and the legendary Leonard Nimoy. Directed by his son, Adam Nimoy, this emotional tribute explores why Spock remains one of the most iconic characters in science fiction. Plus, in this week's Star Trek news, we'...

Star Trek: The Next Generation's "Timescape" Turns 33! We’re celebrating the anniversary of one of TNG’s most mind-bending episodes, originally airing on June 16, 1993. Does this classic time-travel mystery still hold up more than three decades later? We break it all down in our full review. Plus, the long-rumored Paramount-Warner Bros. merger takes a major step forward. What could it mean for the...

We Have the Power! Join us as we return to Eternia and dive into everything Masters of the Universe. With excitement building for the upcoming movie, He-Man is facing his greatest battle yet: the box office. Will the legendary hero become the next blockbuster franchise, or is trouble lurking behind Castle Grayskull? We've got the latest news and analysis. Plus, a major legal victory for the family...

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away... Trekcast took a week off. But now we're back! This week, we're reviewing Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, the first Star Wars movie to hit theaters in seven years! Was it worth the wait? Is this the way, or just an okay? Plus, the countdown to Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 is on, and executive producer Akiva Goldsman is revealing new de...

To celebrate the 26th anniversary of a fan-favorite Star Trek: Voyager episode, we’re reviewing “The Haunting of Deck Twelve,” the penultimate episode of Season 6, which originally aired on May 17, 2000. Was this creepy Voyager story an underrated classic? We’re breaking it all down. Also, multiple new Star Trek series are reportedly in development, and we’ll explain what could be next for the fra...

2026 could be one of the biggest years in box office history! From massive blockbuster sequels to long-awaited franchise returns, we’re breaking down the biggest movies coming in 2026 and the films we’re most excited for. Plus, Paramount appears to be doubling down on Star Trek. What does that mean for the future of the franchise? We’ll dive into the latest developments, the future of streaming an...

Greetings, Starfighter! Trekcast is back with a deep-dive review of the 80s cult classic The Last Starfighter. We’re breaking down the film’s legacy, exploring the long-rumored sequel, and uncovering the surprising story behind its little-known musical adaptation. Plus, Captain Pike and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise are gearing up for a new adventure—we’ve got the latest on the official releas...

Doug Jones Interview | Star Trek, Hellboy, The Shape of Water | Get Me Doug Jones Documentary. Talk about a major get—this week on Trekcast, we sit down with legendary actor Doug Jones! Known for his unforgettable performances in The Shape of Water, Hellboy, Star Trek: Discovery, and Hocus Pocus, Doug shares stories from his career, his approach to creature acting, and what it takes to bring iconi...

By the power of Grayskull, Trekcast is back! This week, we’re diving into the 1987 cult classic Masters of the Universe, starring Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, Courteney Cox, and Star Trek: Voyager’s own Robert Duncan McNeill. Does this He-Man adaptation hold up—or is it pure 80s nostalgia? Plus, it’s the end of an era: iconic Star Trek sets are being dismantled. What does this mean for the futu...

Star Trek just hit turbulence. Starfleet Academy is canceled after two seasons, no new series are currently in production, and there’s still silence on Alex Kurtzman’s future with the franchise. Is this the beginning of a Star Trek freeze? We dive into the latest developments, what led to this moment, and what it could mean for the future of Star Trek. Trekcast: The Galaxy’s Most Unpredictable Sta...

Starfleet Academy Season 1 has officially wrapped, and we're looking back at the biggest moments of the season — plus revisiting our early predictions to see what we got right (and wrong). We’ll also break down new comments from the show’s executive producer, teasing what’s coming in Season 2. Meanwhile, we’re learning more about the future of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4, and there’s bu...

Get ready for group therapy, mommy issues, and plenty of Star Trek drama — Trekcast is back, breaking down Starfleet Academy Episodes 8 and 9. We’ll review the latest episodes, dive into the biggest moments, and share our predictions for next week’s Starfleet Academy season finale. Plus, Riker himself, Jonathan Frakes, is speaking out and defending Starfleet Academy from the online haters. Star Tr...

After an intense episode of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, we take a lighter detour and ask the big question — did we actually enjoy our time away from class? Plus, the final frontier gets loud as William Shatner goes metal. Fan-favorite Jeffrey Combs is officially returning to Star Trek — but which one of his many iconic characters will he play this time? And in one of the strangest near-miss cast...